Project Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design

As a Project Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design at Olsson, your key responsibilities include leading engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating interdisciplinary project teams. You'll also engage in continuous learning and development, ensuring that project deliverables meet high standards of quality and efficiency.

To qualify for the Project Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design role at Olsson, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least six years of related engineering experience, and a Professional Engineer registration. Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit is also essential to succeed in this position.

At Olsson, collaboration is central to our work culture. As a Project Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead projects by facilitating teamwork and open communication among team members. You'll also mentor junior engineers, creating a supportive atmosphere where knowledge sharing and innovation thrive.

Working as a Project Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design at Olsson comes with numerous benefits, including becoming an owner in the company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, an attractive 401(k) match, and the possibility for flexible work arrangements. We also offer a bonus system that rewards performance and a wellness program to support a balanced lifestyle.

A Project Mechanical Engineer - HVAC Design at Olsson will work on diverse, high-impact projects across various sectors, including commercial developments, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, laboratories, data centers, and military installations. Your contributions will significantly impact and improve the quality of these communities.

When answering this question, highlight specific HVAC projects you've worked on, detailing your role and the outcomes achieved. Discuss the design methodologies you used and any collaborative efforts with teams or clients to show your hands-on experience.

To address quality and efficiency, discuss your approaches to project management, such as establishing clear goals and timelines. Highlight any tools or methodologies, like Lean principles or project management software, that you employ to maintain high standards in your work.

For this question, share a specific technical challenge, including the context and your thought process in finding a solution. Emphasize teamwork or innovative methods that led to a successful resolution while demonstrating your problem-solving abilities.

When answering, explain your mentoring philosophy and techniques, such as providing regular feedback, encouraging open dialogue, or setting up informal training sessions. Illustrate with examples to demonstrate your commitment to fostering talent within your team.

Describe your proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD or Revit, citing specific projects where you've successfully utilized these tools. You can also explain the types of tasks you perform with the software to exhibit your technical expertise.

Share your strategies for managing timelines, such as using Gantt charts or project management tools, while discussing how you involve your team in this process. Provide examples of how you've effectively met deadlines without compromising quality.

Detail the methods you employ to encourage teamwork, such as holding regular meetings, setting collaborative goals, or using team-building activities. Highlight any successful projects that benefited from strong collaboration.

Emphasize the importance of continuous learning in your professional development. Mention courses you've taken, certifications earned, or conferences attended while explaining how they have contributed to your skills and knowledge base.

Discuss your experience working with various disciplines, highlighting specific projects where you coordinated with architects, electrical engineers, or contractors. Explain how you navigated differing perspectives to achieve project goals.

For this question, reflect on what draws you to Olsson's values, culture, and projects. Reference aspects of their mission or achievements that resonate with you, demonstrating your alignment with the company's goals and your enthusiasm for contributing to their success.